Established in 1964, Machakos Co-operative Union's primary focus was coffee marketing. Operating with 108 affiliated societies, 34 of which are engaged in coffee, the union's network encompasses more than 45,000 farmers, with 50% being women, many of whom are widows. Beyond this, the Union extends support to over 4000 home-based workers involved in handicraft production. Notably, their product range includes sisal baskets, beadwork, and wood carvings.
Established in 1964, Machakos Co-operative Union's primary focus was coffee marketing. Operating with 108 affiliated societies, 34 of which are engaged in coffee, the union's network encompasses more than 45,000 farmers, with 50% being women, many of whom are widows. Beyond this, the Union extends support to over 4000 home-based workers involved in handicraft production. Notably, their product range includes sisal baskets, beadwork, and wood carvings.
Established in 1964, Machakos Co-operative Union's primary focus was coffee marketing. Operating with 108 affiliated societies, 34 of which are engaged in coffee, the union's network encompasses more than 45,000 farmers, with 50% being women, many of whom are widows. Beyond this, the Union extends support to over 4000 home-based workers involved in handicraft production. Notably, their product range includes sisal baskets, beadwork, and wood carvings.
